Using FF miles to go to Vegas
Jun 9, 2004 | 2:55 pm
#31
Join Date: May 2003
Location: RDU
Programs: TSA/INS/FBI Platinum (stopped last 12 of 13 int'l returns - the computer broke once)
Posts: 2,653
I got a 25K to Vegas a while back with no problems at all on US. I'm looking at some other 25K awards for this summer and they're available, albeit a little restricted now. They were more open a few weeks ago.
An alternate is to go through LAX (which can't always be pulled off online) or to go to LAX and get a (currently) $58 r/t to LAS, on WN, UA/Ted, or someone else that's supporting that route.
An alternate is to go through LAX (which can't always be pulled off online) or to go to LAX and get a (currently) $58 r/t to LAS, on WN, UA/Ted, or someone else that's supporting that route.
Jun 9, 2004 | 6:35 pm
#32
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Erie, CO USA
Programs: UA, M&M, AA, AS, Marriott, et al
Posts: 1,565
(Edited to add: I obviously missed the prior post by Bobmann indicating that he had found FF seats. 
I'll learn to read one of these days.)
Several carriers (at least US and NW) are showing fares of $195 + taxes for NYC-LAS for that weekend, on Travelocity. That might be a better deal than spending 25k miles and flying to a different airport. Those fares may require a 14 day advance purchase.
Yes, it is frustrating to hold miles for a trip and then not be able to find availability.
I'll learn to read one of these days.)Several carriers (at least US and NW) are showing fares of $195 + taxes for NYC-LAS for that weekend, on Travelocity. That might be a better deal than spending 25k miles and flying to a different airport. Those fares may require a 14 day advance purchase.
Yes, it is frustrating to hold miles for a trip and then not be able to find availability.
Last edited by TRRed; Jun 10, 2004 at 7:53 am
Jun 10, 2004 | 7:31 am
#33
Join Date: May 2003
Location: MSP - NW Gold - PC Plat - Hertz Presidents Circle
Posts: 2,478
Originally Posted by bobmann
Well, just to let you all know, I was finally able to get a flight on USAir for the weekend I wanted for 25k miles! These flights were available now, but weren't available the last time I checked 24 hours ago.
So I guess this proves that it is possible to use miles to get a standard award ticket to Vegas for a summer weekend, as long as you are patient enough to check the airlines' websites every day...
So I guess this proves that it is possible to use miles to get a standard award ticket to Vegas for a summer weekend, as long as you are patient enough to check the airlines' websites every day...
You hit the nail on the head with check back everyday!
I am going to Vegas in July with my sister and hubby from UK. I started looking for award tickets on NW in January. Nothing at the 25K level. I did learn a lot however on the NW forum about the system. Apparently cannot fly on an award Fri, Sat or Sun for 25K. Unless you want either a really early departure ie 6:00 AM or a late return 1:00 AM then 25K seemed out of the question. (We are to old for that!)
However I tried almost everyday on NW and WPAA and finally opted for 2 tickets at 75K. I paid for me and the wife $275.00.
Jun 10, 2004 | 9:48 am
#34
Join Date: Apr 1999
Location: Cambridge, MA 02138
Posts: 2,104
bobmann - I'm glad that it worked on! Now, with all of that money you saved by not having to buy a ticket, you will feel better when you 'donate' it to one of the casinos while playing one of their games of 'chance'.
Jun 10, 2004 | 9:57 am
#35
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: EWR
Posts: 59
Yeah, I'm definitely going to splurge a little more once I get there. I haven't decided whether that means more gambling, more shows, better dinners, or more booze. But I guess I'd better not go crazy, or I will easily spend more than I saved...